Arunachal Pradesh Lumla MLA Jambey Tashi discussed a wide range of issues, including shortage of teachers, forest fires, the drug menace, etc, in Lumla subdivision during a coordination meeting with the administrative officers, panchayat and public leaders, heads of various departments and the GBs on Tuesday.

The MLA directed the education department to immediately depute five teachers for Dudunghar circle to address the shortage of teachers there. He also advocated a complete ban on collection of donations by individuals in the name of organizing festivals and sports meets and tournaments.

“A shameful donation culture has surfaced in the region, wherein some miscreants are involved in collecting contributions from the society on the pretext of organizing festivals and sports meets and tourneys. A complete ban on donations will be instituted and any donation drive whatsoever will be permitted only after due approval of the ADC and the respective circle officers,” the local legislator said.

He also called for preparing a long-term plan to end the drug problem. “The drug menace is the biggest concern of the moment, which may lead to the collapse of society. Uprooting marijuana plants is a short-term objective and we need to prepare a long-term blueprint, involving all stakeholders, to spread awareness and educate the youth on the ill-effects of drugs and its usage,” Tashi said.

He directed the police department to remain vigilant and conduct patrolling from time to time to keep drug peddlers and users at bay.

Further, a resolution was passed to check and curb forest fires. As per the resolution, heavy fines will be imposed on those found igniting forest fires, based on the extent of the damage. In case the culprits are not identified, the gaon burah, PRI leaders and representatives will be held responsible, it was resolved.

Courtesy: Mon Tawang Vigilance